This page is an evolving repository for National Science Foundation grants that have the potential to build on the Fredonia campus's ability to serve students and researchers, the wider community and enlarge the footprint of SUNY Fredonia as it rolls out the Power of Fredonia Strategic Plan. DEADLINES INCLUDED IF AVAILABLE.
Award Number:1138497; Principal Investigator:James Lester; Co-Principal Investigator:Kristy Boyer, Bradford Mott, Eric Wiebe; Organization:North Carolina State University;NSF Organization:CNS Award Date:01/01/2012; Award Amount:$1,031,996.00; Relevance:48.0; http://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1138497&HistoricalAwards=false
ABSTRACT
North Carolina State University proposes the ENGAGE project to develop, implement, and evaluate a middle grade version of the CS Principles course that is fully situated within an immersive game-based learning environment. ENGAGE has three thrusts: (1) developing and implementing a highly engaging game-based learning environment that delivers a CS Principles course for middle grade students and their teachers; (2) making a significant educational research contribution by evaluating the effectiveness of game-based learning for computer science education; and (3) making a significant contribution to [[image:/file/view/Crystal%20Islane.gif/490306964/Crystal%20Islane.gif]]the [[image:/file/view/Crystal%20Islane.gif/490306964/Crystal%20Islane.gif]]in computing by evaluating the effectiveness of the game-based learning framework for student learning, computing interest, and self-efficacy, particularly for underrepresented groups.
ENGAGE leverages the strengths of game-based learning, particularly narrative-centered learning, in which the game is driven by an engaging and highly motivating story. Within ENGAGE, students explore and solve global computing problems they encounter on a remote volcanic island, Crystal Island. Students work collaboratively, think creatively, deal with "big data," and analyze how their computing artifacts or those created by others are likely to impact their world. The project also includes a major focus on in-service professional development through the EngageToTeach summer institute designed not only to build teachers' computational fluency, but to instill a sense of advocacy toward computing education.
ENGAGE will see the development of a game-based learning environment for middle grade computational fluency that is expected to be highly effective for all students. With a specific focus on serving underrepresented groups, the project will draw on a partnership with North Carolina State University and diverse middle schools, including a public middle school of Johnston County, North Carolina, and a private middle school of Durham, North Carolina.
ITEST supports the research and development of innovative models for engaging K-12 students in authentic experiences that build their capacity to participate in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and information and communications technology (ICT) workforce of the future. ITEST projects must include students and may include teachers.
Partnerships for Innovation: Accelerating Innovation Research (PFI: AIR)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=504790&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
Full Proposal Deadline Date: November 13, 2012
Letter of Intent Deadline Date: March 13, 2013
Full Proposal Deadline Date: May 15, 2013
To continue to strengthen the innovation ecosystem, NSF is revising NSF 12-511 to promote two choices under the Partnerships for Innovation (PFI): Accelerating Innovation Research (AIR) subprogram. The first choice, Technology Translation, encourages the translation of technologically-promising research discoveries made by prior and/or current NSF-funded investigators toward a path of commercialization; while the second choice, Research Alliance, promotes synergistic collaborations between an existing NSF-funded research alliance (including consortia such as Engineering Research Centers, Industry University Cooperative Research Centers, Science and Technology Centers, Nanoscale Science and Engineering Centers, Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers, Centers for Chemical Innovation, and Emerging Frontiers in Research and Innovation grantees) and other public and private entities to motivate the translation and transfer of research discoveries into innovative technologies and commercial reality. Both of these choices are designed to accelerate innovation that results in the creation of new wealth and the building of strong local, regional, and national economies.
Innovation Corps Teams Program (I-Corps Teams) [Technology Incubator]
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=504672&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
Full Proposal Window: October 1, 2012 - December 17, 2012
Please note: These are broad submission dates. Refer to Section II. Program Description and the I-Corps website: http://www.nsf.gov/i-corps-home where additional information is available describing dates of mandatory curriculum and proposal submission.
October 1 - December 15, Annually Thereafter
Full Proposal Window: January 1, 2013 - March 15, 2013
January 1 - March 15, Annually Thereafter
Full Proposal Window: April 1, 2013 - June 17, 2013
April 1 - June 15, Annually Thereafter
Full Proposal Window: July 1, 2013 - September 16, 2013
July 1 - September 15, Annually Thereafter
Full Proposal Window: October 1, 2013 - December 16, 2013
Please note: These are broad submission dates. Refer to Section II. Program Description and the I-Corps website: http://www.nsf.gov/i-corps-home where additional information is available describing dates of mandatory curriculum and proposal submission.
October 1 - December 15, Annually Thereafter
The National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks to develop and nurture a national innovation ecosystem that builds upon fundamental research to guide the output of scientific discoveries closer to the development of technologies, products and processes that benefit society.
In order to jumpstart a national innovation ecosystem, NSF has established the NSF Innovation Corps Teams Program (NSF I-Corps Teams). The NSF I-Corps Teams purpose is to identify NSF-funded researchers who will receive additional support - in the form of mentoring and funding - to accelerate innovation that can attract subsequent third-party funding.
The purpose of the NSF I-Corps Teams grant is to give the project team access to resources to help determine the readiness to transition technology developed by previously-funded or currently-funded NSF projects. The outcomes of I-Corps Teams projects will be threefold: 1) a clear go or no go decision regarding viability of products and services, 2) should the decision be to move the effort forward, a transition plan for those projects to move forward, and 3) a technology demonstration for potential partners. WEBINAR: A webinar will be held on the first Tuesday of every month to answer questions about this program. Details will be posted on the I-Corps website (see http://www.nsf.gov/news/special_reports/i-corps/program.jsp) as they become available.
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THIS PROGRAM IS PART OF:
Additional Funding Opportunities for the DBI Community
Additional Funding Opportunities for the DEB Community
Additional Funding Opportunities for the IOS Community
Additional Funding Opportunities for the MCB Community
Innovation Corps Sites Program (I-Corps Sites) [Technology Incubator]
Full Proposal Deadline Date: January 7, 2013
Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 1, 2013
First Monday in July, Annually Thereafter http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=504802&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund The National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks to develop and nurture a national innovation ecosystem that builds upon research to guide the output of scientific discoveries closer to the development of technologies, products and processes that benefit society. In order to contribute to a national innovation ecosystem, NSF is establishing the NSF Innovation Corps Sites Program (NSF I-Corps Sites). Sites are funded at academic institutions, having already existing innovation or entrepreneurial units, to enable them to:
Nurture students and/or faculty who are engaged in projects having the potential to be transitioned into the marketplace. I-Corps Sites will provide infrastructure, advice, resources, networking opportunities, training and modest funding to enable groups to transition their work into the marketplace or into becoming I-Corps Team applicants (see NSF Innovation Corps Program, NSF 11-560).
Develop formal, active, local innovation ecosystems that contribute to a larger, national network of mentors, researchers, entrepreneurs and investors.
Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 22, 2013
BIO, CISE, EHR, OCI
Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 23, 2013
ENG
Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 24, 2013
GEO, MPS, SBE, OPP http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503214&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund CAREER: The Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program is a Foundation-wide activity that offers the National Science Foundation's most prestigious awards in support of junior faculty who exemplify the role of teacher-scholars through outstanding research, excellent education and the integration of education and research within the context of the mission of their organizations. Such activities should build a firm foundation for a lifetime of leadership in integrating education and research. NSF encourages submission of CAREER proposals from junior faculty members at all CAREER-eligible organizations and especially encourages women, members of underrepresented minority groups, and persons with disabilities to apply. PECASE: Each year NSF selects nominees for the Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) from among the most meritorious recent CAREER awardees. Selection for this award is based on two important criteria: 1) innovative research at the frontiers of science and technology that is relevant to the mission of the sponsoring organization or agency, and 2) community service demonstrated through scientific leadership, education or community outreach. These awards foster innovative developments in science and technology, increase awareness of careers in science and engineering, give recognition to the scientific missions of the participating agencies, enhance connections between fundamental research and national goals, and highlight the importance of science and technology for the Nation’s future. Individuals cannot apply for PECASE. These awards are initiated by the participating federal agencies. At NSF, up to twenty nominees for this award are selected each year from among the PECASE-eligible CAREER awardees who are most likely to become the leaders of academic research and education in the twenty-first century. The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy makes the final selection and announcement of the awardees. RELATED PUBLICATIONS
Full Proposal Deadline Date: February 1, 2013, February 1, Annually Thereafter; Full Proposal Deadline Date: August 1, 2013, August 1, Annually Thereafter. http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5324&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
STS considers proposals for scientific research into the interface between science (including engineering) or technology, and society. STS researchers use diverse methods including social science, historical, and philosophical methods. Successful proposals will be transferable (i.e., generate results that provide insights for other scientific contexts that are suitably similar). They will produce outcomes that address pertinent problems and issues at the interface of science, technology and society, such as those having to do with practices and assumptions, ethics, values, governance, and policy.
The STS review process is approximately six months. It includes appraisal of proposals by ad hoc reviewers selected for their expertise and by an advisory panel that meets twice a year. The deadlines for the submission of proposals are February 1st for proposals to be funded as early as July, and August 1st for proposals to be funded in or after January.
Further information about proposal preparation and related matters can be found in the STS FAQs document. For program-specific guidelines on the Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grants, please read the Doctoral Dissertation Preparation Checklist. The Program encourages potential investigators with questions as to whether their proposal fits the goals of the program to contact one of the program officers. EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) Full Proposal Deadline Date: August 13, 2013
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5257&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
This program makes grants to institutions of higher education to support scholarships for academically talented students demonstrating financial need, enabling them to enter the STEM workforce or STEM graduate school following completion of an associate, baccalaureate, or graduate-level degree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics disciplines. Grantee institutions are responsible for selecting scholarship recipients, reporting demographic information about student scholars, and managing the S-STEM project at the institution.
The program does not make scholarship awards directly to students; students should contact their institution’s Office of Financial Aid for this and other scholarship opportunities.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY:
This program provides educational opportunities for Undergraduate Students . This program provides indirect funding for students at this level or focuses on educational developments for this group such as curricula development, training or retention. To inquire about possible funding opportunities not directly from NSF, please look at the active awards for this program. What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts) Map of Recent Awards Made Through This Program News
International Research Experiences for Students (IRES)
Full Proposal Deadline Date: August 20, 2013, Third Tuesday in August, Annually Thereafter http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=12831&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
The International Research Experiences for Students (IRES) program supports development of globally-engaged U.S. science and engineering students capable of performing in an international research environment at the forefront of science and engineering. The IRES program supports active research participation by students enrolled as undergraduates or graduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science Foundation. IRES projects involve students in meaningful ways in ongoing research programs or in research projects specifically designed for the IRES program. THIS PROGRAM IS PART OF:
OISE Managed Opportunities What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts) Map of Recent Awards Made Through This Program News
Facilitating Research at Primarily Undergraduate Institutions: (RUI) Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5518&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
The Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI) activity supports research by faculty members of predominantly undergraduate institutions through the funding of (1) individual and collaborative research projects, (2) the purchase of shared-use research instrumentation, and (3) Research Opportunity Awards for work with NSF-supported investigators at other institutions. All NSF directorates participate in the RUI activity. RUI proposals are evaluated and funded by the NSF programs in the disciplinary areas of the proposed research. Eligible "predominantly undergraduate" institutions include U.S. two-year, four-year, masters-level, and small doctoral colleges and universities that (1) grant baccalaureate degrees in NSF-supported fields, or provide programs of instruction for students pursuing such degrees with institutional transfers (e.g., two-year schools), (2) have undergraduate enrollment exceeding graduate enrollment, and (3) award an average of no more than 10 Ph.D. or D.Sc. degrees per year in all NSF-supportable disciplines. Autonomous campuses in a system are considered independently, although they may be submitting their proposals through a central office. A Research Opportunity Award is usually funded as a supplement to the NSF grant of the host researcher, and the application is submitted by the host institution.
Science of Learning Centers (SLC) Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5567&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
The Science of Learning Centers program (SLC) offers awards for large-scale, long-term Centers that create the intellectual, organizational and physical infrastructure needed for the long-term advancement of Science of Learning research. It supports research that harnesses and integrates knowledge across multiple disciplines to create a common groundwork of conceptualization, experimentation and explanation that anchor new lines of thinking and inquiry towards a deeper understanding of learning.
The goals of the Science of Learning Centers Program are to advance the frontiers of all the sciences of learning through integrated research; to connect the research to specific scientific, technological, educational, and workforce challenges; to enable research communities to capitalize on new opportunities and discoveries; and to respond to new challenges.
The SLC Program construes learning broadly, including that of animals, humans and machines. The program is open to many possible approaches and topics that can be brought to examine what learning is, how it is affected, how it works at different levels, how biologically-derived learning principles can inform artificial systems and vice versa. The Program places high value on creativity, integration of theoretical and empirical work, innovative models of research and research transfer, and inventive uses of technology.
Science of Learning Centers are built around a unifying research focus and incorporate a diverse, multidisciplinary environment involving appropriate partnerships with academia, industry, all levels of education, and other public and private entities.
Catalyst awards were made during the initial years of the program. Catalyst awards are designed to enable partnership-building and research activities that facilitate interdisciplinary approaches to questions that require multiple areas of expertise.
There are currently no SLC Centers or Catalyst competitions. However, the Science of Learning Centers Program is currently accepting proposals for Workshops, EArly-concept Grants for Exploratory Research (EAGER), Rapid Response Grants (RAPID), and Supplements to NSF awards (including those funded by other programs). As noted in the Grant Proposal Guide, PIs must contact the NSF program officer prior to submission of an EAGER or RAPID proposal. Proposals submitted without prior contact will be returned without review.
NSF Director's Award for Distinguished Teaching Scholars (DTS)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=8170&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
The National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks to promote improvement in the education of those who study science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). The NSF Director’s Award for Distinguished Teaching Scholars (DTS) recognizes and rewards individuals who have contributed significantly to the scholarship of their discipline and to the education of students in STEM, and exemplify the ability to integrate their research and educational activities. DTS is part of NSF’s efforts to foster an academic culture that values a scholarly approach to both research and education. The Director’s Award is the highest honor bestowed by the NSF for excellence in both teaching and research in STEM fields, or in educational research related to these disciplines. The awards will be conferred at a special ceremony recognizing the awardees.
Promoting Research and Innovation in Methodologies for Evaluation (PRIME)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503586&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
The Promoting Research and Innovation in Methodologies for Evaluation (PRIME) program seeks to support research on evaluation with special emphasis on exploring innovative approaches for determining the impacts and usefulness of STEM education projects and programs; building on and expanding the theoretical foundations for evaluating STEM education and workforce development initiatives, including translating and adapting approaches from other fields; and growing the capacity and infrastructure of the evaluation field. Two types of proposals will be supported by the program: Exploratory Projects that include proof-of-concept and feasibility studies and more extensive Full-Scale Projects.
Sustainability Research Networks Competition (SRN)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503645&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
Sustainability Research Networks will engage and explore fundamental theoretical issues and empirical questions in sustainability science, engineering, and education that will increase our understanding of the ultimate sustainability challenge - maintaining and improving the quality of life for the nation within a healthy Earth system. The goalof the Sustainability Research Networks (SRN) competition is to support the development and coalescence of entities to advance collaborative research that addresses questions and challenges in sustainability science, engineering, and education. SRNs will link scientists, engineers, and educators, at existing institutions, centers, networks, and also develop new research efforts and collaborations.
Each SRN network will be built upon an ambitious and nationally important sustainability theme. Proposers will be tasked with choosing a specific theme for their network, identifying the research already being done in this area, proposing methods for linking existing research efforts, and then proposing research needed to advance their specific research theme. Examples of possible SRN themes are provided in the "Program Description" section of this solicitation (Section II.B.). SRNs will foster new knowledge and tools at a frontier of research that significantly crosses and melds the boundaries of diverse disciplines, and creates the integrated science and engineering disciplines of the future. SRNs will pursue new opportunities in science, engineering and educational research that truly require the scale, scope, and facilities enabled by such a network.
The Sustainability Research Networks competition outlined here is one part of the growing NSF investment in its Science, Engineering and Education for Sustainability (SEES) portfolio (www.nsf.gov/sees/). Challenges associated with broadly based SEES goals will be met by supporting fundamental science and engineering research and education needed to understand and overcome the barriers to sustainable human well being and to forge reasoned pathways to a sustainable future. NSF, in partnership with other agencies, international efforts, and the private sector, aims to support members of the academic research community for projects which produce discoveries and knowledge that will inform decisions leading to environmental, energy, social and cultural sustainability. NSF support will advance the frontiers of conceptual, empirical and computational research in science, engineering and education so that the nation has the knowledge base to inform policies on sustainability.
Proposed SRNs are expected to be multi-dimensional with regard to "disciplines" and address fundamental issues that are likely to yield significant new understanding and knowledge. SRN Frequently Asked Questions What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts) Map of Recent Awards Made Through This Program
Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program:
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5733&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
The Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program seeks to encourage talented science, technology, engineering, and mathematics majors and professionals to become K-12 mathematics and science teachers. The Noyce Scholarship Track provides funds to institutions of higher education to support scholarships, stipends, and academic programs for undergraduate STEM majors and post-baccalaureate students holding STEM degrees who earn a teaching credential and commit to teaching in high-need K-12 school districts. The NSF Teaching Fellowship/Master Teaching Fellowship Track provides funding to support STEM professionals who enroll as NSF Teaching Fellows in master's degree programs leading to teacher certification by providing academic courses, professional development, and salary supplements while they are fulfilling a four-year teaching commitment in a high-need school district. This track also supports the development of NSF Master Teaching Fellows by providing professional development and salary supplements for exemplary mathematics and science teachers to become Master Teachers in high-need school districts. Each track supports Capacity Building Projects to develop the capacity for institutions to provide innovative teacher preparation programs to enable increasing numbers of STEM majors and STEM professionals to become effective K-12 mathematics and science teachers and to develop the capacity to prepare Master science and mathematics teachers. EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
This program provides educational opportunities for Undergraduate Students, K-12 Educators . This program supports institutions which may provide support to individuals at those institutions. To inquire about opportunities in this program, contact one of the awarded institutions, available by clicking on the Awards link. RELATED PROGRAMS Discovery Research K-12 Math and Science Partnership
This page is an evolving repository for National Science Foundation grants that have the potential to build on the Fredonia campus's ability to serve students and researchers, the wider community and enlarge the footprint of SUNY Fredonia as it rolls out the Power of Fredonia Strategic Plan. DEADLINES INCLUDED IF AVAILABLE.
NSF Grant Proposal Guide
http://www.nsf.gov/nsf/nsfpubs/gpg/start.htm
NSF: A guide for Proposal Writing
http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/1998/nsf9891/nsf9891.htm
ADVANCE: Increasing the Participation and Advancement of Women in Academic Science and Engineering Careers (ADVANCE)
Major Research Instrumentation Program: (MRI)
Full Proposal Deadline Date: January 11, 2017
Program Guidelines: NSF 15-504
NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM)
HTML: https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2017/nsf17527/nsf17527.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=click
PDF: https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2017/nsf17527/nsf17527.pdf?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=click
Document Number: nsf17527
Smart and Connected Communities (S&CC)
HTML: http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2016/nsf16610/nsf16610.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=click
PDF: http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2016/nsf16610/nsf16610.pdf?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=click
Document Number: nsf16610
Innovation Corps- National Innovation Network Sites Program (I-Corps Sites)
http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2016/nsf16547/nsf16547.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=clickImproving Undergraduate STEM Education National Science Foundation 7/29/14
http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=260068Few NSF programs as examples:
Expanding STEM Talent Through Upward Transfer: Factors Influencing Transfer in STEM Fields of Study from Two-Year to Four-Year Institutions
http://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1430642&HistoricalAwards=false
Crossroads Project- Intersecting Workshops, Learning Communities and Research in Biology to Promote Student Success in STEM: http://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1431149&HistoricalAwards=false
Collaborative Project: RISE - Research-based Interdisciplinary STEM Education: http://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1432018&HistoricalAwards=false
STEM-C Partnerships: Computing Education for the 21st Century (STEM-CP: CE21)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503582&WT.mc_id=USNSF_39&WT.mc_ev=click
Award Number:1138497; Principal Investigator:James Lester; Co-Principal Investigator:Kristy Boyer, Bradford Mott, Eric Wiebe; Organization:North Carolina State University;NSF Organization:CNS Award Date:01/01/2012; Award Amount:$1,031,996.00; Relevance:48.0;
http://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1138497&HistoricalAwards=false
ABSTRACT
North Carolina State University proposes the ENGAGE project to develop, implement, and evaluate a middle grade version of the CS Principles course that is fully situated within an immersive game-based learning environment. ENGAGE has three thrusts: (1) developing and implementing a highly engaging game-based learning environment that delivers a CS Principles course for middle grade students and their teachers; (2) making a significant educational research contribution by evaluating the effectiveness of game-based learning for computer science education; and (3) making a significant contribution to [[image:/file/view/Crystal%20Islane.gif/490306964/Crystal%20Islane.gif]]the [[image:/file/view/Crystal%20Islane.gif/490306964/Crystal%20Islane.gif]]in computing by evaluating the effectiveness of the game-based learning framework for student learning, computing interest, and self-efficacy, particularly for underrepresented groups.
ENGAGE leverages the strengths of game-based learning, particularly narrative-centered learning, in which the game is driven by an engaging and highly motivating story. Within ENGAGE, students explore and solve global computing problems they encounter on a remote volcanic island, Crystal Island. Students work collaboratively, think creatively, deal with "big data," and analyze how their computing artifacts or those created by others are likely to impact their world. The project also includes a major focus on in-service professional development through the EngageToTeach summer institute designed not only to build teachers' computational fluency, but to instill a sense of advocacy toward computing education.
ENGAGE will see the development of a game-based learning environment for middle grade computational fluency that is expected to be highly effective for all students. With a specific focus on serving underrepresented groups, the project will draw on a partnership with North Carolina State University and diverse middle schools, including a public middle school of Johnston County, North Carolina, and a private middle school of Durham, North Carolina.
Crystal Island: http://ci-lostinvestigation.appspot.com/
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Innovative Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers (ITEST) [2013 cycle]
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5467&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundFull Proposal Deadline Date: November 13, 2012
ITEST supports the research and development of innovative models for engaging K-12 students in authentic experiences that build their capacity to participate in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and information and communications technology (ICT) workforce of the future. ITEST projects must include students and may include teachers.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
This program provides educational opportunities for K-12 Educators . This program provides indirect funding for students at this level or focuses on educational developments for this group such as curricula development, training or retention. To inquire about possible funding opportunities not directly from NSF, please look at the active awards for this program.
What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts)
Map of Recent Awards Made Through This Program
News
Discoveries
Events
Partnerships for Innovation: Accelerating Innovation Research (PFI: AIR)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=504790&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundFull Proposal Deadline Date: November 13, 2012
Letter of Intent Deadline Date: March 13, 2013
Full Proposal Deadline Date: May 15, 2013
To continue to strengthen the innovation ecosystem, NSF is revising NSF 12-511 to promote two choices under the Partnerships for Innovation (PFI): Accelerating Innovation Research (AIR) subprogram. The first choice, Technology Translation, encourages the translation of technologically-promising research discoveries made by prior and/or current NSF-funded investigators toward a path of commercialization; while the second choice, Research Alliance, promotes synergistic collaborations between an existing NSF-funded research alliance (including consortia such as Engineering Research Centers, Industry University Cooperative Research Centers, Science and Technology Centers, Nanoscale Science and Engineering Centers, Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers, Centers for Chemical Innovation, and Emerging Frontiers in Research and Innovation grantees) and other public and private entities to motivate the translation and transfer of research discoveries into innovative technologies and commercial reality. Both of these choices are designed to accelerate innovation that results in the creation of new wealth and the building of strong local, regional, and national economies.
WEBINAR: A webinar will be held within 6 weeks of the release date of this solicitation to answer any questions about this solicitation. Details will be posted on the Industrial Innovation and Partnerships (IIP) website (**www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?div=iip**) as they become available.
What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts)
Map of Recent Awards Made Through This Program
News
Innovation Corps Teams Program (I-Corps Teams) [Technology Incubator]
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=504672&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundFull Proposal Window: October 1, 2012 - December 17, 2012
Please note: These are broad submission dates. Refer to Section II. Program Description and the I-Corps website: http://www.nsf.gov/i-corps-home where additional information is available describing dates of mandatory curriculum and proposal submission.
October 1 - December 15, Annually Thereafter
Full Proposal Window: January 1, 2013 - March 15, 2013
January 1 - March 15, Annually Thereafter
Full Proposal Window: April 1, 2013 - June 17, 2013
April 1 - June 15, Annually Thereafter
Full Proposal Window: July 1, 2013 - September 16, 2013
July 1 - September 15, Annually Thereafter
Full Proposal Window: October 1, 2013 - December 16, 2013
Please note: These are broad submission dates. Refer to Section II. Program Description and the I-Corps website: http://www.nsf.gov/i-corps-home where additional information is available describing dates of mandatory curriculum and proposal submission.
October 1 - December 15, Annually Thereafter
The National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks to develop and nurture a national innovation ecosystem that builds upon fundamental research to guide the output of scientific discoveries closer to the development of technologies, products and processes that benefit society.
In order to jumpstart a national innovation ecosystem, NSF has established the NSF Innovation Corps Teams Program (NSF I-Corps Teams). The NSF I-Corps Teams purpose is to identify NSF-funded researchers who will receive additional support - in the form of mentoring and funding - to accelerate innovation that can attract subsequent third-party funding.
The purpose of the NSF I-Corps Teams grant is to give the project team access to resources to help determine the readiness to transition technology developed by previously-funded or currently-funded NSF projects. The outcomes of I-Corps Teams projects will be threefold: 1) a clear go or no go decision regarding viability of products and services, 2) should the decision be to move the effort forward, a transition plan for those projects to move forward, and 3) a technology demonstration for potential partners.
WEBINAR: A webinar will be held on the first Tuesday of every month to answer questions about this program. Details will be posted on the I-Corps website (see http://www.nsf.gov/news/special_reports/i-corps/program.jsp) as they become available.
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THIS PROGRAM IS PART OF:
Additional Funding Opportunities for the DBI Community
Additional Funding Opportunities for the DEB Community
Additional Funding Opportunities for the IOS Community
Additional Funding Opportunities for the MCB Community
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Innovation Corps Sites Program (I-Corps Sites) [Technology Incubator]
Full Proposal Deadline Date: January 7, 2013Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 1, 2013
First Monday in July, Annually Thereafter
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=504802&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
The National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks to develop and nurture a national innovation ecosystem that builds upon research to guide the output of scientific discoveries closer to the development of technologies, products and processes that benefit society.
In order to contribute to a national innovation ecosystem, NSF is establishing the NSF Innovation Corps Sites Program (NSF I-Corps Sites). Sites are funded at academic institutions, having already existing innovation or entrepreneurial units, to enable them to:
- Nurture students and/or faculty who are engaged in projects having the potential to be transitioned into the marketplace. I-Corps Sites will provide infrastructure, advice, resources, networking opportunities, training and modest funding to enable groups to transition their work into the marketplace or into becoming I-Corps Team applicants (see NSF Innovation Corps Program, NSF 11-560).
- Develop formal, active, local innovation ecosystems that contribute to a larger, national network of mentors, researchers, entrepreneurs and investors.
The purpose of an I-Corps Site is to nurture and support multiple, local teams to transition their ideas, devices, processes or other intellectual activities into the marketplace.What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts)
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Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program
Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 22, 2013BIO, CISE, EHR, OCI
Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 23, 2013
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Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 24, 2013
GEO, MPS, SBE, OPP
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503214&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
CAREER: The Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program is a Foundation-wide activity that offers the National Science Foundation's most prestigious awards in support of junior faculty who exemplify the role of teacher-scholars through outstanding research, excellent education and the integration of education and research within the context of the mission of their organizations. Such activities should build a firm foundation for a lifetime of leadership in integrating education and research. NSF encourages submission of CAREER proposals from junior faculty members at all CAREER-eligible organizations and especially encourages women, members of underrepresented minority groups, and persons with disabilities to apply.
PECASE: Each year NSF selects nominees for the Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) from among the most meritorious recent CAREER awardees. Selection for this award is based on two important criteria: 1) innovative research at the frontiers of science and technology that is relevant to the mission of the sponsoring organization or agency, and 2) community service demonstrated through scientific leadership, education or community outreach. These awards foster innovative developments in science and technology, increase awareness of careers in science and engineering, give recognition to the scientific missions of the participating agencies, enhance connections between fundamental research and national goals, and highlight the importance of science and technology for the Nation’s future. Individuals cannot apply for PECASE. These awards are initiated by the participating federal agencies. At NSF, up to twenty nominees for this award are selected each year from among the PECASE-eligible CAREER awardees who are most likely to become the leaders of academic research and education in the twenty-first century. The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy makes the final selection and announcement of the awardees.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program for Submission in Years 2011, 2012 and 2013 (nsf11038)
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Dear Colleague Letter on the Career-Life Balance Initiative
Instructions on how to submit the Supplement requests
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Science, Technology, and Society (STS)
Full Proposal Deadline Date: February 1, 2013, February 1, Annually Thereafter; Full Proposal Deadline Date: August 1, 2013, August 1, Annually Thereafter.http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5324&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
STS considers proposals for scientific research into the interface between science (including engineering) or technology, and society. STS researchers use diverse methods including social science, historical, and philosophical methods. Successful proposals will be transferable (i.e., generate results that provide insights for other scientific contexts that are suitably similar). They will produce outcomes that address pertinent problems and issues at the interface of science, technology and society, such as those having to do with practices and assumptions, ethics, values, governance, and policy.
The STS review process is approximately six months. It includes appraisal of proposals by ad hoc reviewers selected for their expertise and by an advisory panel that meets twice a year. The deadlines for the submission of proposals are February 1st for proposals to be funded as early as July, and August 1st for proposals to be funded in or after January.
Further information about proposal preparation and related matters can be found in the STS FAQs document. For program-specific guidelines on the Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grants, please read the Doctoral Dissertation Preparation Checklist. The Program encourages potential investigators with questions as to whether their proposal fits the goals of the program to contact one of the program officers.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
This program provides educational opportunities for Graduate Students . Individuals interested in applying for funding should see the program guidelines above.
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Science, Technology, and Sustainability: Building a Research Agenda Workshop
STS website for Doctoral Dissertation Research Improvement Grants
Crosscutting Programs
Graduate Research Fellowship Program
Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship Program (IGERT)
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Additional Funding Opportunities for the IOS Community
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NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) Full Proposal Deadline Date: August 13, 2013
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5257&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundThis program makes grants to institutions of higher education to support scholarships for academically talented students demonstrating financial need, enabling them to enter the STEM workforce or STEM graduate school following completion of an associate, baccalaureate, or graduate-level degree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics disciplines. Grantee institutions are responsible for selecting scholarship recipients, reporting demographic information about student scholars, and managing the S-STEM project at the institution.
The program does not make scholarship awards directly to students; students should contact their institution’s Office of Financial Aid for this and other scholarship opportunities.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY:
This program provides educational opportunities for Undergraduate Students . This program provides indirect funding for students at this level or focuses on educational developments for this group such as curricula development, training or retention. To inquire about possible funding opportunities not directly from NSF, please look at the active awards for this program.
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International Research Experiences for Students (IRES)
Full Proposal Deadline Date: August 20, 2013, Third Tuesday in August, Annually Thereafterhttp://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=12831&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fund
The International Research Experiences for Students (IRES) program supports development of globally-engaged U.S. science and engineering students capable of performing in an international research environment at the forefront of science and engineering. The IRES program supports active research participation by students enrolled as undergraduates or graduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science Foundation. IRES projects involve students in meaningful ways in ongoing research programs or in research projects specifically designed for the IRES program.
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Facilitating Research at Primarily Undergraduate Institutions: (RUI) Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5518&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundThe Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI) activity supports research by faculty members of predominantly undergraduate institutions through the funding of (1) individual and collaborative research projects, (2) the purchase of shared-use research instrumentation, and (3) Research Opportunity Awards for work with NSF-supported investigators at other institutions. All NSF directorates participate in the RUI activity. RUI proposals are evaluated and funded by the NSF programs in the disciplinary areas of the proposed research. Eligible "predominantly undergraduate" institutions include U.S. two-year, four-year, masters-level, and small doctoral colleges and universities that (1) grant baccalaureate degrees in NSF-supported fields, or provide programs of instruction for students pursuing such degrees with institutional transfers (e.g., two-year schools), (2) have undergraduate enrollment exceeding graduate enrollment, and (3) award an average of no more than 10 Ph.D. or D.Sc. degrees per year in all NSF-supportable disciplines. Autonomous campuses in a system are considered independently, although they may be submitting their proposals through a central office. A Research Opportunity Award is usually funded as a supplement to the NSF grant of the host researcher, and the application is submitted by the host institution.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
This program provides educational opportunities for Undergraduate Students . Individuals interested in applying for funding should see the program guidelines above.
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Science of Learning Centers (SLC) Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5567&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundThe Science of Learning Centers program (SLC) offers awards for large-scale, long-term Centers that create the intellectual, organizational and physical infrastructure needed for the long-term advancement of Science of Learning research. It supports research that harnesses and integrates knowledge across multiple disciplines to create a common groundwork of conceptualization, experimentation and explanation that anchor new lines of thinking and inquiry towards a deeper understanding of learning.
The goals of the Science of Learning Centers Program are to advance the frontiers of all the sciences of learning through integrated research; to connect the research to specific scientific, technological, educational, and workforce challenges; to enable research communities to capitalize on new opportunities and discoveries; and to respond to new challenges.
The SLC Program construes learning broadly, including that of animals, humans and machines. The program is open to many possible approaches and topics that can be brought to examine what learning is, how it is affected, how it works at different levels, how biologically-derived learning principles can inform artificial systems and vice versa. The Program places high value on creativity, integration of theoretical and empirical work, innovative models of research and research transfer, and inventive uses of technology.
Science of Learning Centers are built around a unifying research focus and incorporate a diverse, multidisciplinary environment involving appropriate partnerships with academia, industry, all levels of education, and other public and private entities.
Catalyst awards were made during the initial years of the program. Catalyst awards are designed to enable partnership-building and research activities that facilitate interdisciplinary approaches to questions that require multiple areas of expertise.
There are currently no SLC Centers or Catalyst competitions. However, the Science of Learning Centers Program is currently accepting proposals for Workshops, EArly-concept Grants for Exploratory Research (EAGER), Rapid Response Grants (RAPID), and Supplements to NSF awards (including those funded by other programs). As noted in the Grant Proposal Guide, PIs must contact the NSF program officer prior to submission of an EAGER or RAPID proposal. Proposals submitted without prior contact will be returned without review.
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Center of Excellence for Learning in Education, Science, and Technology (CELEST)
Center for Learning in Informal and Formal Environments (LIFE)
Pittsburgh Science of Learning Center for Robust Learning (PSLC)
Spatial Intelligence and Learning Center (SILC)
Temporal Dynamics of Learning Center (TDLC)
Visual Language and Visual Learning Center (VL2)
Report from SLC Workshop on Art, Creativity and Learning (June 11-13, 2008)
2010 SLC PI Meeting Presentations
Report from SLC Workshop on Opportunities and Challenges for Language Learning and Education
Special Guidelines for Grants for Rapid Response Research (RAPID) and EArly-concept Grants for Exploratory Research (EAGER)
Special Guidelines for Conferences, Symposia and Workshops
Special Guidelines for Supplemental Support
Report from SLC Workshop on Future Challenges for the Science and Engineering of Learning
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NSF Director's Award for Distinguished Teaching Scholars (DTS)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=8170&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundThe National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks to promote improvement in the education of those who study science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). The NSF Director’s Award for Distinguished Teaching Scholars (DTS) recognizes and rewards individuals who have contributed significantly to the scholarship of their discipline and to the education of students in STEM, and exemplify the ability to integrate their research and educational activities. DTS is part of NSF’s efforts to foster an academic culture that values a scholarly approach to both research and education. The Director’s Award is the highest honor bestowed by the NSF for excellence in both teaching and research in STEM fields, or in educational research related to these disciplines. The awards will be conferred at a special ceremony recognizing the awardees.
RELATED URLS
PKAL's Interviews with DTS Awardees
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Promoting Research and Innovation in Methodologies for Evaluation (PRIME)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503586&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundThe Promoting Research and Innovation in Methodologies for Evaluation (PRIME) program seeks to support research on evaluation with special emphasis on exploring innovative approaches for determining the impacts and usefulness of STEM education projects and programs; building on and expanding the theoretical foundations for evaluating STEM education and workforce development initiatives, including translating and adapting approaches from other fields; and growing the capacity and infrastructure of the evaluation field. Two types of proposals will be supported by the program: Exploratory Projects that include proof-of-concept and feasibility studies and more extensive Full-Scale Projects.
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Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide, January 2010 (NSF 10-1)
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Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase I Solicitation FY-2011 (Release 2) (SBIR)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503361&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program stimulates technological innovation in the private sector by strengthening the role of small business concerns in meeting Federal research and development needs, increasing the commercial application of federally supported research results, and fostering and encouraging participation by socially and economically disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses.
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Sustainability Research Networks Competition (SRN)
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503645&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundSustainability Research Networks will engage and explore fundamental theoretical issues and empirical questions in sustainability science, engineering, and education that will increase our understanding of the ultimate sustainability challenge - maintaining and improving the quality of life for the nation within a healthy Earth system. The goalof the Sustainability Research Networks (SRN) competition is to support the development and coalescence of entities to advance collaborative research that addresses questions and challenges in sustainability science, engineering, and education. SRNs will link scientists, engineers, and educators, at existing institutions, centers, networks, and also develop new research efforts and collaborations.
Each SRN network will be built upon an ambitious and nationally important sustainability theme. Proposers will be tasked with choosing a specific theme for their network, identifying the research already being done in this area, proposing methods for linking existing research efforts, and then proposing research needed to advance their specific research theme. Examples of possible SRN themes are provided in the "Program Description" section of this solicitation (Section II.B.). SRNs will foster new knowledge and tools at a frontier of research that significantly crosses and melds the boundaries of diverse disciplines, and creates the integrated science and engineering disciplines of the future. SRNs will pursue new opportunities in science, engineering and educational research that truly require the scale, scope, and facilities enabled by such a network.
The Sustainability Research Networks competition outlined here is one part of the growing NSF investment in its Science, Engineering and Education for Sustainability (SEES) portfolio (www.nsf.gov/sees/). Challenges associated with broadly based SEES goals will be met by supporting fundamental science and engineering research and education needed to understand and overcome the barriers to sustainable human well being and to forge reasoned pathways to a sustainable future. NSF, in partnership with other agencies, international efforts, and the private sector, aims to support members of the academic research community for projects which produce discoveries and knowledge that will inform decisions leading to environmental, energy, social and cultural sustainability. NSF support will advance the frontiers of conceptual, empirical and computational research in science, engineering and education so that the nation has the knowledge base to inform policies on sustainability.
Proposed SRNs are expected to be multi-dimensional with regard to "disciplines" and address fundamental issues that are likely to yield significant new understanding and knowledge.
SRN Frequently Asked Questions
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Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program:
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5733&org=NSF&sel_org=NSF&from=fundThe Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program seeks to encourage talented science, technology, engineering, and mathematics majors and professionals to become K-12 mathematics and science teachers. The Noyce Scholarship Track provides funds to institutions of higher education to support scholarships, stipends, and academic programs for undergraduate STEM majors and post-baccalaureate students holding STEM degrees who earn a teaching credential and commit to teaching in high-need K-12 school districts. The NSF Teaching Fellowship/Master Teaching Fellowship Track provides funding to support STEM professionals who enroll as NSF Teaching Fellows in master's degree programs leading to teacher certification by providing academic courses, professional development, and salary supplements while they are fulfilling a four-year teaching commitment in a high-need school district. This track also supports the development of NSF Master Teaching Fellows by providing professional development and salary supplements for exemplary mathematics and science teachers to become Master Teachers in high-need school districts. Each track supports Capacity Building Projects to develop the capacity for institutions to provide innovative teacher preparation programs to enable increasing numbers of STEM majors and STEM professionals to become effective K-12 mathematics and science teachers and to develop the capacity to prepare Master science and mathematics teachers.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
This program provides educational opportunities for Undergraduate Students, K-12 Educators . This program supports institutions which may provide support to individuals at those institutions. To inquire about opportunities in this program, contact one of the awarded institutions, available by clicking on the Awards link.
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Discovery Research K-12
Math and Science Partnership